How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Houston start from $117. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Houston is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 871 miles (1404 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Houston at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Houston?

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Houston generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Houston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Houston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Houston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Houston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Indianapolis to Houston from $125 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Houston on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 10h	5:15am	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
	Bus	8:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 3h	10:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 4h	11:15pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 9h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 5h	11:15pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Houston on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	1d 10h	12:35pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d	11:05am	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	Fastest
	Bus	3:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 4h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 1h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 3h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Houston on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 1h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 4h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 3h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	11:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 17h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 5h	11:15pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:20 PM EST.

Get from Indianapolis to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

871 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Houston?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Houston, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Houston start from $117. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Houston is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 871 miles (1404 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Houston at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Houston?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Houston generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

$294

11/26

$275

Today

$207

11/28

$255

11/29

$194

11/30

$185

12/01

$162

12/02

$150

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $150

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $150 to $388 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $150 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.